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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Rear Differential Carrier Assembly
    GM4291623Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Position the rear differential (1) in the vehicle.
  2. Fig 2: Rear Differential Drive Mounting Bolts
    GM4291620Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  3. Install the rear differential mounting bolts (1).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt to 160 N.m (118 lb ft).

  4. Fig 3: Front Torque Tube Mounting Bracket Bolt
    GM4291618Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Install the torque tube bolt (1).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt to 160 N.m (118 lb ft).

  6. Fig 4: Electronic Clutch Control Module Electrical Connector
    GM4291616Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Reconnect the electrical connector (1) for the electronic clutch control module.
  8. Install the propeller shaft assembly. Refer to Two-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement
  9. Refill the rear differential assembly. Refer to Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement 
  10. Install the rear wheel drive shaft. Refer to Rear Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement - Left Side , Rear Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement - Right Side
  11. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.